Author: Emporium Reporters

Allow Ubah’s widow to succeed him – Ndume begs senate

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The lawmaker representing Borno South in the national assembly, Senator Ali Ndume has called on the Senate to consider the widow of the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah as his replacement for the Anambra South Senatorial District seat. He made the request during a Valedictory session on Tuesday, held in honor of the late senator. Ndume stressed the relevance of preserving Senator Ubah’s legacy and aspirations by entrusting his family with the responsibility of continuing his work. According to Ndume, such a decision would not only honor Ubah’s contributions to the…

Corps Members to serve in Banks, multinational companies,as FG lifts ban on posting

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The Federal Government has lifted the ban restricting the posting of members of the National Youth Service Corps to the public sector, allowing for Corps Members to now be posted to private sector organisations, including banks and oil and gas companies.   The new directive will take effect with the commencement of the 2024 Batch ‘C Orientation Course, according to a memo dated November 18, 2024, from the Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande.   The policy shift, according to Olawande, is part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s broader…

Tompolo accuses Nigerian Navy of aiding, abetting Crude Oil Theft … Says Navy collaborates, encourages oil thieves ….. NBA hails Tantita over attainment of 1.8mbpd, promises collaboration

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By Abdul Baiye     Prominent Oil Security Maintenance expert and ex-militant leader in the Niger Delta, Chief Government Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, has accused the Nigerian Navy efforts was frustrating the war against crude oil theft in the region.   He also accused the Navy of aiding and abetting crude oil theft and other sharp practices associated with petrol products in the oil-rich belt.   While pointing accusing fingers at the Nigerian Navy of collaborating and encouraging illegal oil barons to sabotage the nation’s economy.   Receiving the national executive…

Yayi and His Annual Mega Empowerment, By Abubakar Yusuf

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It has been an annual ritual for the good people of Ogun west , after his stint for three consecutive times at Lagos west that catapulted one of the exercise to Ogun west that had became a talk of the town and challenge to elected officials both at the Senate and House of Representatives, by Senator Ademola Solomon Olamilekan, popularly known as Yayi. Senator Ademola Solomon Olamilekan, Chairman, Senate committee on appropriation headed the committee on finance in the previous 9th Senate. Known for his magnanimous empowerment and electioneering strategies…

Gov Okpebholo inspects ongoing road construction in Benin

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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Monday, inspected some ongoing road construction and repairs in the State Capital, Benin City. The Governor visited Upper Mission Road Extension by Aduwawa junction, Obadan junction, and Benin-Auchi Express Way to ascertain the level of work done since contractors were mobilised to sites. Okpebholo noted that the failed portions at Upper Mission Extension have made life unbearable for residents and traders alike in the area. He assured them that his administration is ready to work round the clock to fix the road and…

FEDOSIA congratulates Gov Ayedatiwa, sets agenda of Unity and Economic Development

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The Federation of Ondo Indigenes in Abuja(FEDOSIA) has expressed its congratulations to Governor Lucky Orimisan Ayedatiwa, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on his victory in the Ondo State Governorship election held on Saturday, described the success a long walk to victory.   In a statement released by its General Secretary, ‘Sola Akingboye, on Sunday, the Federation’s Chairman, Mr Dipo Akinsola, commended the maturity and sense of responsibility demonstrated by all candidates before, during, and after the announcement of the results by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)…

NCC trains Journalists on reporting trends in Telecoms sector …. restates support for healthy competition

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), last week conducted a 2-day capacity building training for Journalists e 44 see me by on emerging trends in telecoms and Information Communication Technology (ICT).   The training held in Lagos was designed to keep telecoms and ICT reporters abreast of emerging trends, regulatory strides and prospects in the telecoms industry.   The training which featured different sessions were handled by Senior officials from selected departments of the Commission , including experts in relevant fields.   In his opening remarks, NCC Director of Public Affairs,…

Open Letter to the Former Minister of State, Housing and Urban Development By Abba Dukawa

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The letter emphasizes the importance of acknowledging Allah’s will in both success and adversity, . My concern over the ex-minister’s remarks blaming political factors for his removal and warned against public expressions of frustration or blame. I am also urged the former minister to reflect on his situation with faith and patience, avoiding actions or statements that might contradict Islamic principles. Let you remember rise and fall are part of a broader divine plan and called for introspection and reliance on Allah’s guidance.   As Muslims, we believe in Al-Qadar,…

Lakurawa, The Military, Farmers And Food Security, By Kazeem Akintunde

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A short video trended on social media last week of Nigerian Soldiers providing security for farmers as they harvested beans on their farms. Although less than 30 seconds long, the video speaks to the terrible state of insecurity in Nigeria. This is not the right time to be a farmer in Nigeria. As a farmer, you are confounded with different layers of challenges on a daily basis; from getting cheap and affordable fertilizer from those in government to being stuck in the age-long conflict between farmers and herders.   You…

Monday Lines ‘We collected money, and we voted’ By Lasisi Olagunju

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Nigeria is a ring of iniquity. And, the iniquitous didn’t start with it today. For several years, I covered the activities of several military governors and administrators in Oyo State. Each of those well-trained minds came with their peculiarities. Colonel Ahmed Usman (God bless his soul) was particularly voluble. Whenever he spoke, it was as he felt; he had no euphemism for whatever came to his mind. Anytime he did that, his media handlers were left horrified, scrambling and begging reporters for a soft landing. At a point, whispers of…